Multi-Asset Class Traders to Benefit from Enhanced Prodigy Platform – One for All
Wednesday,18/03/2015|19:30GMTby
Adil Siddiqui
IKON’s flagship trading platform gets makeover with new functionality that supports traders with diversified portfolios. A recent upgrade has consolidated trading instruments into one thus offering a one-stop solution.
Leading global provider of FX and CFD products, IKON, has reported to Forex Magnates that it has released a new version of its Prodigy platform. Under the latest upgrade, the new platform offers traders a one-stop solution to trade a range of asset classes, including Spot, Forwards, Options, Bullion, CFDs and Stocks.
The firm reported that its latest upgrade adds a number of key functionalities that support the growth of the Trading Platform among international traders, particularly in regional markets, thus offering local products on the one terminal, thus reducing trader screen –real estate.
IKON has been an active player on the margin FX space for over a decade and its Prodigy platform was one of the first solutions that offered streaming prices on FX contracts, including Options and NDFs.
Engin Yikilmazoglu, Chairman and President of The IKON Group of Companies, commented about the advancement in a comment to Forex Magnates: “As IKON Group continues to expand its product lines and experiences growth across all metrics (clients, volume and assets); we have invested resources to ensure our technology meets our client’s requirements. We realize how important screen space is for clients. By having all their orders on one screen, clients have greater flexibility to follow all the markets they intend to trade.”
IKON’s global strategy has helped the broker establish regional operations, IKON Finance; its UK-regulated entity has been prominent in the UK market and caters to both retail and institutional traders.
The firm has been extending its global footprint, a spokesperson for the company added: “Our recent expansion into regional/localized markets required enhancement of our forwards and deliverable products. Prodigy offers these local financial institutions the ability to manage their Spot/Forwards and Options books on one platform. Now we can offer all our multiple products under one platform."
The platform has been developed by IKON’s in-house development team, FTECHNICS, some of the key attributes of the platform include:
-Quick ticket section- Professional High Speed, Stable Best
-Execution Services with Better fills
-Order ticket section- ability to view market depth and send
limit orders right from the depth
-Depth of Market for Large Order execution
-Auto execution on select options. RFQ for more complex strategies
-Direct execution on 3 months NDF contracts with RFQ on broken
dates
The platform offers streaming, NDFs, a financial instrument that is gaining traction among traders as emerging market currencies show attractive yields. The firm issued the USD/INR streaming NDF contract in 2011 and has been a pioneer in the sector.
Leading global provider of FX and CFD products, IKON, has reported to Forex Magnates that it has released a new version of its Prodigy platform. Under the latest upgrade, the new platform offers traders a one-stop solution to trade a range of asset classes, including Spot, Forwards, Options, Bullion, CFDs and Stocks.
The firm reported that its latest upgrade adds a number of key functionalities that support the growth of the Trading Platform among international traders, particularly in regional markets, thus offering local products on the one terminal, thus reducing trader screen –real estate.
IKON has been an active player on the margin FX space for over a decade and its Prodigy platform was one of the first solutions that offered streaming prices on FX contracts, including Options and NDFs.
Engin Yikilmazoglu, Chairman and President of The IKON Group of Companies, commented about the advancement in a comment to Forex Magnates: “As IKON Group continues to expand its product lines and experiences growth across all metrics (clients, volume and assets); we have invested resources to ensure our technology meets our client’s requirements. We realize how important screen space is for clients. By having all their orders on one screen, clients have greater flexibility to follow all the markets they intend to trade.”
IKON’s global strategy has helped the broker establish regional operations, IKON Finance; its UK-regulated entity has been prominent in the UK market and caters to both retail and institutional traders.
The firm has been extending its global footprint, a spokesperson for the company added: “Our recent expansion into regional/localized markets required enhancement of our forwards and deliverable products. Prodigy offers these local financial institutions the ability to manage their Spot/Forwards and Options books on one platform. Now we can offer all our multiple products under one platform."
The platform has been developed by IKON’s in-house development team, FTECHNICS, some of the key attributes of the platform include:
-Quick ticket section- Professional High Speed, Stable Best
-Execution Services with Better fills
-Order ticket section- ability to view market depth and send
limit orders right from the depth
-Depth of Market for Large Order execution
-Auto execution on select options. RFQ for more complex strategies
-Direct execution on 3 months NDF contracts with RFQ on broken
dates
The platform offers streaming, NDFs, a financial instrument that is gaining traction among traders as emerging market currencies show attractive yields. The firm issued the USD/INR streaming NDF contract in 2011 and has been a pioneer in the sector.
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Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Dor Eligula | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, BridgeWise | FMLS:25
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
In this session, Jonathan Fine form Ultimate Group speaks with Dor Eligula from Bridgewise, a fast-growing AI-powered research and analytics firm supporting brokers and exchanges worldwide.
We start with Dor’s reaction to the Summit and then move to broker growth and the quick wins brokers often overlook. Dor shares where he sees “blue ocean” growth across Asian markets and how local client behaviour shapes demand.
We also discuss the rollout of AI across investment research. Dor gives real examples of how automation and human judgment meet at Bridgewise — including moments when analysts corrected AI output, and times when AI prevented an error.
We close with a practical question: how retail investors can actually use AI without falling into common traps.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Brendan Callan joined us fresh off the Summit’s most anticipated debate: “Is Prop Trading Good for the Industry?” Brendan argued against the motion — and the audience voted him the winner.
In this interview, Brendan explains the reasoning behind his position. He walks through the message he believes many firms avoid: that the current prop trading model is too dependent on fees, too loose on risk, and too confusing for retail audiences.
We discuss why he thinks the model grew fast, why it may run into walls, and what he believes is needed for a cleaner, more responsible version of prop trading.
This is Brendan at his frankest — sharp, grounded, and very clear about what changes are overdue.
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Elina Pedersen on Growth, Stability & Ultra-Low Latency | Executive Interview | Your Bourse
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
Recorded live at FMLS:25 London, this executive interview features Elina Pedersen, in conversation with Finance Magnates, following her company’s win for Best Connectivity 2025.
🔹In this wide-ranging discussion, Elina shares insights on:
🔹What winning a Finance Magnates award means for credibility and reputation
🔹How broker demand for stability and reliability is driving rapid growth
🔹The launch of a new trade server enabling flexible front-end integrations
🔹Why ultra-low latency must be proven with data, not buzzwords
🔹Common mistakes brokers make when scaling globally
🔹Educating the industry through a newly launched Dealers Academy
🔹Where AI fits into trading infrastructure and where it doesn’t
Elina explains why resilient back-end infrastructure, deep client partnerships, and disciplined focus are critical for brokers looking to scale sustainably in today’s competitive market.
🏆 Award Highlight: Best Connectivity 2025
👉 Subscribe to Finance Magnates for more executive interviews, industry insights, and exclusive coverage from the world’s leading financial events.
#FMLS25 #FinanceMagnates #BestConnectivity #TradingTechnology #UltraLowLatency #FinTech #Brokerage #ExecutiveInterview
In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
📣 Stay up to date with the latest in finance and trading. Follow Finance Magnates for industry news, insights, and global event coverage.
Connect with us:
🔗 LinkedIn: /financemagnates
👍 Facebook: /financemagnates
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financemagnates
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🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/tag/financemagnates
▶️ YouTube: /@financemagnates_official
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Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
#Exness #Forex #Trading #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Finance #FinanceMagnates
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
#Exness #Forex #Trading #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Finance #FinanceMagnates
